Park and Operations Technician

The County of Surry is accepting applications for a full-time Park and Operations Technician to work in the Surry County Parks and Recreation department. An employee in this class performs a variety of duties in the care and maintenance of County-owned grounds, buildings, equipment and properties. The duties will include general maintenance of the Fisher River Park property and other sites such as river accesses and trails, including, but not limited to: opening and closing the park facility; maintenance of park shelters and areas at other sites, turf, and playground areas; inspections and maintenance of the grounds and athletic fields; custodial/cleaning responsibilities including restrooms and trash removal. This position also serves as support person for heavy equipment construction of trails, river access, and ruff and finished grading projects. Performs other duties as assigned. The position requires the ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the general public. Must present a professional image to the public in appearance and conduct. Work is performed under the direction of the Park Superintendent and Parks and Recreation Director.

Duties Include:

Equipment operation (tractors, zero-turn mowers, skid steer, excavator, utility vehicles). Light equipment operations (blowers, weed eaters, chainsaw, hand tools) while constructing trail, maintaining parks, river accesses, and county owned properties . Applies fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides as directed. Performs routine maintenance on power equipment. Performs other related duties and work as assigned. Must be able to present professional image to the public in appearance and conduct. Uniform required (provided by the department).

Job Requirements:

This position prefers employee to have a pesticide license or ability to obtain in 6 months. Performs other duties as assigned. Requires good communication skills. The ability to follow oral and written instructions. Performs other duties as assigned. Ability to work with the public. Must be self-motivated and able to work independently. Must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and special events. Must have a valid drivers' license and be able to operate a licensed vehicle at regular rates under the County's liability insurance. Graduation from high school or GED desired.

SALARY RANGE

Grade 58 $28,673-$46,178 Applications will be taken at NC Works Career Center, 942 W. Pine Street, Mount Airy, NC, by going online to the Surry County Human Resources job posting page, printing the application and e-mailing back to the indicated email, SCJobs@co.surry.nc.us or by contacting Surry County Human Resources at 336-401-8221. A complete list of duties and analysis of physical demands will be available upon request.

SURRY COUNTY IS AN EEO EMPLOYER AND DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28,673.00 - $46,178.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you possess a NC Pesticide License? Are you willing to work nights and weekends?

License/Certification:

CDL Class A (Required)

Work Location:

In person